CT HB05286

Requires all electronic nicotine delivery systems (e-cigarettes, e-cigars, e-pipes, and related devices) sold in the state to have labels displaying contents and nicotine yield on the package front.

Labels must use 17-point black text on white background (or white on black) in conspicuous, legible type, positioned under any cellophane wrapping, with text occupying at least 60 percent of the package front if smaller type is necessary.

Manufacturers, importers, and distributors are responsible for proper labeling; retailers are exempt from violation if they sell properly labeled packages supplied by manufacturers without materially altering the packaging.

Violations enforceable by the Commissioner of Consumer Protection result in civil penalties up to $1,000 per day per uniquely named product, with penalties assessed per product line rather than per individual package.

Becomes effective October 1, 2014; Commissioner of Consumer Protection authorized to adopt implementing regulations.